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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for national geographic in the United States is $90,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A National Geographic job typically involves roles in journalism, photography, research, conservation, or media production, supporting the organization's mission to explore and protect the planet. Employees may work as writers, photographers, scientists, educators, or digital media specialists. Opportunities range from full-time positions to freelance assignments and internships.

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To thrive at National Geographic, professionals typically need a strong background in journalism, photography, science, or exploration, along with relevant education or field experience. Familiarity with tools such as DSLR cameras, photo and video editing software, GIS mapping systems, or scientific research equipment is often required depending on the specific role. Creativity, curiosity, adaptability, and exceptional communication skills are valued soft skills in this environment. These competencies are essential for producing compelling stories, accurate reporting, and impactful visuals that educate and inspire global audiences.

What is the work environment like at National Geographic?

National Geographic fosters a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment, where professionals from diverse backgrounds such as writers, photographers, editors, and scientists frequently work together on projects. Team members often engage in cross-functional collaboration, participating in brainstorming sessions, editorial meetings, and field expeditions to shape the narrative and visual content. Projects may require travel to remote locations or coordination across time zones, making adaptability and strong communication key to success. This collaborative culture not only enhances creativity and learning but also allows staff to contribute to projects with global reach and meaningful impact.

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Infographic showing various National Geographic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,000 per year, or $43.3 per hour.

Editor, Features (National Geographic)

The Walt Disney Company

New York, NY • On-site

$83K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 130 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Posting Title:

Editor, Features (National Geographic)

Req ID:

10156356

Job Description:

The Features Editor is responsible for building editorial projects across National Geographic's digital and print platforms. The ideal candidate is an omnivorous editor who moves fluidly across formats and story types, with a keen sense for dynamic storytelling -- and an enthusiasm for a wide range of opportunities, from assigning a big profile, to dreaming up a smart package, to bringing clarity to a complicated graphic, to punching up a podcast script. They should possess connections with freelance writers and excitement for the topics and themes covered by National Geographic. They should be to help our readers gain a better understanding of the planet and our place within it. Strongly desired for this position is journalistic experience in areas that include science, history, archeology, as well as innovation, technology and medical science.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the development, commissioning and editing of stories and packages. This includes developing new franchises and new ways of covering topics and themes central to National Geographic's mission.

  • Manage related workflows to ensure that pieces come together in a timely manner and adhere to word counts, factual accuracy, and other specs.

  • Develop, nurture, and maintain new and ongoing relationships with writers and industry professionals with an emphasis on developing new voices and diverse perspectives.

  • Report to Senior Manager, Features on project development and challenges, assist in feature management, including contracts, scheduling, production stages, and administrative tasks, as needed.

Basic Qualifications

  • 4+ years of editing experience that demonstrates increasing editorial responsibility with a media organization(s), while managing content.

  • Outstanding editorial judgement, strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills.

  • Excellent writing and verbal communications skills, strong knowledge of the National Geographic brand and mission, and demonstrated expertise in related core topic areas.

  • Ability to take overall responsibility for concept and content, as well as manage creative relationships.

  • Keen understanding of various approaches to storytelling, and ability to manage multiple projects at once, on deadline.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, problem-solve creatively, and exercise independent judgment.

  • Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to create impact and bring fresh ideas within a team while working collaboratively in highly matrixed conditions with colleagues outside editorial, including communications and marketing, and business support (sales, promotion, and development).

  • Proven track record in growing print and digital audiences and expanding audience demographics.

  • Curiosity about the planet and our place within it and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly.

  • Understanding of the editorial process from conception to completion, and demonstrated ability to resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, Editorial CMS (K4/InCopy), digital media platforms; knowledge of AirTable is a plus.

The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $79,400 to $106,400 per year and in New York, NY is $83,200 to $111,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

National Geographic

Job Posting Primary Business:

National Geographic (DET)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Digital Content Editorial

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Washington, DC, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - NY - 7 Hudson Square

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

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Company size

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